AURN News
American Urban Radio Networks has been telling stories of Black America since 1973. AURN is the only Black-owned network with a bureau in the White House. Journalists Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, and Tanya Hart deliver stories of interest to our community. AURN News encapsulates updates from Capitol Hill, as well as This Day in History, health & wellness, finance, education, technology, and entertainment.
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36th Anniversary of World AIDS Day: Reflecting ...
Every year on December 1, the world unites to observe World AIDS Day — a solemn yet hopeful occasion that serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS and a call to action to support those affected by this global pandemic.
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Hollywood Live: ‘Candy Cane Lane’ Comes to Life...
The movie I am predicting will be the next Christmas classic, "Candy Cane Lane," comes to life on Friday. Presented by Amazon, Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross star in this holiday comedy adventure about a man on a mission to win his neighborhood's annual Christmas home decoration contest.
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Hero & Villain: Henry Kissinger Dead at 100
Henry Kissinger, a towering figure in American foreign policy and a key architect of U.S. diplomacy during the Cold War, died at his home in Connecticut at the age of 100.
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Hollywood Live: Diddy's Departure | Golden Bach...
Sean "Diddy" Combs has ended his partnership with Capital Preparatory School in Harlem due to ongoing sexual assault allegations. Meanwhile, Gerry, the 'Golden Bachelor,' continues to make waves on TV.
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Ceasefire Extended in Israel-Gaza Conflict; Hos...
In a critical development, Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their ceasefire for a seventh day. The last-minute decision comes as mediators worked hard to free more hostages and get much-needed aid into Gaza.
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CBC Members Push for Federal Holiday Honoring R...
Representative Terri Sewell of Alabama, joined by Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Steve Horsford and other CBC members, is urging the passage of the Rosa Parks Day Act to make December 1 a federal holiday commemorating the arrest of Parks.
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Israel-Hamas Truce Holds; U.S. Aids in Hostage ...
On Tuesday, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby addressed the press aboard Air Force One, providing updates on the situation and detailing humanitarian aid efforts.
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On this day in 1908, Adam Clayton Powell Jr., t...
Adam Clayton Powell's tenure in Congress, from January 3, 1945, to January 3, 1971, marked an era of change and progress. His legacy endures as a testament to the enduring fight for equality and justice.
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Mary J. Blige Presents Scholarship at Hampton U...
The iconic queen of hip hop/soul, Mary J. Blige, was set to grace Hampton University's campus on Tuesday to award a deserving female student with the prestigious "Pepsi x Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Scholarship."
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Hostage Release Sparks Hope: Hamas Releases 12 ...
Hamas has released 12 hostages, including two Israeli citizens and two Thai citizens, as part of an ongoing truce. The critical development follows intense negotiations with Israel set to reciprocate by freeing 30 Palestinian prisoners.
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Remembering Rosalynn Carter: A Nation's Farewell
Today, the nation paused to remember Rosalynn Carter, an influential former First Lady with a memorial service in Atlanta. Her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, and numerous national figures were in attendance at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church.
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Virginia State University, an HBCU, to Host 202...
Virginia State University has been chosen as the site for one of the 2024 presidential debates, marking the first time a historically Black college or university in the U.S. has received this distinction.
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Biden Discusses Hostage Release, Ceasefire, and...
President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday by phone, addressing the recent release of hostages, the ongoing ceasefire situation, and humanitarian aid in the Gaza region.
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The Race Against Time in Israel-Gaza Ceasefire ...
In the closing hours of a critical truce between Israel and Hamas, diplomatic efforts are intensifying. With the U.S. leading the charge to extend the ceasefire, both sides are setting conditions for its prolongation.
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On this day in 1841, Amistad Rebellion survivor...
On November 27, 1841, 35 survivors of the Amistad Rebellion set sail from New York City, bound for their African homeland.
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Scott Joplin, 'King of Ragtime,' Born This Day ...
Joplin's legacy resides in his pioneering work in ragtime music, infusing melodic sophistication into his compositions, which is known in his famous piece "Maple Leaf Rag."
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African and Caribbean Nations Call for Reparati...
Nations across Africa and the Caribbean, deeply impacted by the transatlantic slave trade and the legacy of colonialism, have joined forces, calling for reparations from European nations.
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Thanksgiving Travelers to Enjoy Lower Gas Price...
Despite the prevailing sense that costs are on the rise across various sectors as the nation battles inflation, AAA reports a continued decline in gas prices over the past several weeks.
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Hollywood Live: Chris Bridges, aka Ludacris, ta...
2023 will go down as the year that pretty much the entire world took a pause to celebrate and discuss the last 50 years of hip hop. Many artists have weighed in, but Ludacris, who's had so many hits, feels like he was really ahead of his time when he came out with "Battle of the Sexes" in 2010.
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Homeownership Challenges Escalate for Millennia...
In a challenging real estate landscape marked by soaring home prices, mounting student loan debt, and inflation, the quintessential American Dream of homeownership is slipping further away from the grasp of millennials and Gen Z, according to recent data released by the National Association of Realtors.
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Oretha Castle Haley's New Orleans Home, a Civil...
Oretha Castle Haley's childhood home in New Orleans, located in the Treme neighborhood, has been granted a place on the National Register of Historic Places, according to the Associated Press.
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Feast for Less: 2023 Thanksgiving Dinner Costs ...
According to the American Farm Bureau Federation's 38th annual study, you can expect a lighter impact on your wallets this Thanksgiving compared to last year.
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Travel Surge: Navigating the Busiest Thanksgivi...
According to the American Auto Association, 55.4 million Americans are expected to travel this holiday season. That's a 2.3 percent increase from last year, making it the third highest since 2000.
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New Poll Reveals Challenges For President Biden...
Only 40% of respondents expressed approval of the president's performance, while 57% voiced disapproval of the job he is doing.
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Marcus L. Thompson Has Been Appointed As 13th P...
In a significant move for Mississippi's higher education landscape, officials have designated a new president for Jackson State University, the state's largest historically Black institution.
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